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Which blood vessel carries deoxygenated blood away from the right ventricle of the human heart to the lungs?

A. Aorta
B. Pulmonary vein
C. Pulmonary artery✓ Correct Answer
D. Inferior vena cava

💡 Solution & Explanation

The pulmonary artery is unique because it transports oxygen-depleted blood originating from the right ventricle of the heart directly to the lungs for oxygenation, unlike typical systemic arteries that carry oxygenated blood. Structures like the aorta distribute oxygen-rich blood to the entire body, whereas pulmonary veins return oxygenated blood to the left atrium.

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